(W) Mike Mignola, Chris Roberson (A) Shawn Martinbrough & Various (CA) Laurence Campbell
All five issues of Hellboy and the B.P.R.D.: 1957 are collected in this paperback with writing by Mike Mignola and Chris Roberson, featuring art by Mignolaverse veteran Laurence Campbell, Stephen Green, Shawn Martinbrough, Alison Sampson, and Mike Norton, plus the short 'Happy New Year, Ava Galluci' by Mignola and Ben Stenbeck, featuring colors by Dave Stewart and a bonus sketchbook section.
(W) Mike Mignola, Christopher Golden (A) Shawn McManus & Various
Follow Hellboy through haunted houses, to ghostly Budapest, and even into ancient Greece as he battles ghosts, settles supernatural family feuds, and comes face to face the goddess Aphrodite! Rediscover some of the most beloved Hellboy and the B.P.R.D. stories, including The Secret of Chesbro House, Night of the Cyclops, Old Man Whittier, Time is a River and connected short story 'The Miser's Gift.'
(W) Mike Mignola, John Arcudi (A) Tonci Zonjic (CA) Mike Mignola
Lobster Johnson has long been an idol of Hellboy's, helping to shape the B.P.R.D.'s most famous agent into the occult crime-fighting professional we know and love. But was the Lobster real? Or just a story, a myth? Delve into the enigma known as the Lobster with this story, hand-picked by Hellboy creator Mike Mignola as the perfect jumping-on point for new Lobster Johnson readers! With writing by Mignola and John Arcudi, art by Tonci Zonjic, and colors by Dave Stewart, it's a brutal and beautiful tribute to the classic adventure pulps that comics fans are sure to love! o Collects Lobster Johnson: The Burning Hand #1-#5.
(W) Gerry Finley-Day (A) Mike Dorey (CA) Patrick Wright
There has never before been an anti-hero like Hellman of Hammer Force in British comics! From the invasion of Poland in 1939 through to the fall of Berlin in 1945, Hellman of Hammer Force saw action on many fronts, and this collection contains all the hard-hitting war stories told through the eyes of Hellman which were published in Battle from 1977 through to 1978. This ground-breaking series of thrilling combat is written by Gerry Finley-Day (Rogue Trooper) and drawn by Mike Dorey (Ro-Busters) and Patrick Wright (Day of the Eagle).
(W/A/CA) Edouard Cour
Despite having fulfilled the prophesy of Pythia, Herakles ends up empty-handed and sentenced to mortal servitude by Zeus himself. But in the end, is that so bad? If Olympus won't have him, maybe its time to just settle down on earth with a queen and kingdom. . . as if any legendary story could end so simply...
(W) Kizuka Nero
The next target on Kaito's quest for revenge is Eumis, a twisted sorceress for whom no avenue of magical tool development was too immoral. But mere reprisal isn't enough for Kaito. To hit Eumis where it hurts, he turns the sorceress's own sister against her…
Over 200 pages of neverbefore-reprinted work from Golden-Age-Of-Comics legend Bill Everett. Spanning the years 1938-1940 and culled from such magazines as Amazing Mystery Funnies and Amazing-Man Comics, Heroic Tales features vintage characters such as Amazing-Man, Hydroman, Skyrocket Steele, The Chameleon plus many more. This is a stunning companion to Fantagraphics' critically acclaimed 2010 Everett retrospective, Fire and Water, and features beautifully restored, full-color stories plus an introduction about the man, his art, the history of the era, and his relationship with Marvel Comics.
(W) Michael Alan Nelson (A/CA) Dan Mora
Lucifer and Madame Cymbaline collide in a way that has major repercussions for them and all they hold dear. Written by Michael Alan Nelson (Day Men) and illustrated by Dan Mora (Klaus), don't miss this next installment of the series that IGN says is 'engaging, intriguing, and most of all, fun.' Collects issues #5-8.
(W) Michael Alan Nelson (A) Dan Mora (CA) Emma Rios
Writer: Michael Alan Nelson Artist: Dan Mora Cover Artist: Emma Rios Synopsis: Series conclusion! Following the shocking death in Volume 2, Lucifer has become the Keeper of Secrets and sets out to kill Madam Cymballine once and for all. Raina and Bob aren't going to give up on Lucifer's humanity, though, and set out to save her with help from the most unexpected source-the now-human Harlot. Collects issues #9-12.
(W) Diego Arandojo, Jorge Fantoni (A) Jorge Fantoni, Diego Arandojo
Diego Arandojo and Jorge Fantoni's graphic novel The Hidden River tells the story of real and fictional Argentine authors, investigat- ing and collecting disparate anecdotes of secret societies, connecting strands of a plot hidden in the shadow of Buenos Aires, that extend out to entangle some of the most notable occultists of the 20th Century.
Devils and angels collide in this racy supernatural high school comedy! When unlucky high school letch Issei is murdered by his first-ever girlfriend on his first-ever date, who should jump to his rescue but the hottest girl in school, Riassenpai! She informs Issei that he's been reincarnated as a demon and that it's about time he got to work for her! Caught in the bosom of an age old war between angels and demons, Issei soon discovers that being enslaved by a demonic beauty isn't quite all that it's cracked up to be!
(W) Ichiei Ishibumi (A) Zero Miyama
Guess what? I, Issei Hyoudou, am now a mentor to a new junior in the Occult Research Club! Yeah! Demon Lord Sirzechs had the Prez add a Bishop to her Familia. Wait...He's a what? He was sealed where? Huh? The Demons, Angels, and Fallen Angels are having a meeting...here?! Well, no one ever said high school was going to be easy!
(W) Ichiei Ishibumi (A) Zero Miyama
Issei is a novice devil, an idiot, and a pervert. As part of his nighttime demon-work, he heads around town, fulfilling customers' wishes. He's handled a few unusual requests already, but he never anticipated that his latest client would be a female college student decked out in armor! Could this be the prelude to another big upset for the Gremory Familia?
(W/A) Philippe Aymond
Joseph is in hiding and believed dead. Wrongly accused of seducing Amelia Menmuir, gravely injured by her brother William, he now rests and prepares his revenge. Against Peter, his apprentice, who altered his drawings to frame him, and against William, whom he thinks orchestrated it all. Meanwhile, Bonnie Prince Charlie, the Stuart heir, is about to return to Scotland, and the country will soon be engulfed in a bloody rebellion that will end in Culloden!
(W/A/CA) Judd Winick
Hilo's favorite warrior-cat-friend, Polly's adventures with Hilo have landed her in trouble! So when Polly breaks one too many rules, she gets sent to Wombatton-the magical boarding school for bad kids. But something strange is going on at Wombatton-why does everyone pick on Polly's roommate? And why have students started disappearing? Can Polly get to the bottom of this magical mystery and reunite with Hilo and her friends on Earth?!
(W) Takahiro (A/CA) Strelka
The Tenrou Army has launched a siege of Shiranui Fortress in the hopes of breaking through Soukai's defenses. Will Hinowa, in her new command as captain, be able to resist Tenrou's tightening grip with her brand-new unit? For readers ages 16 years and up.
(W) Takahiro (A/CA) Strelka
The Tenrou Nation's Ten Stars have gathered and the territory-hungry nation is keen to advance on Soukai. Tenrou armies begin to move, meanwhile those in Soukai are distracted by the news that the idolized Princess Rinzu will marry whomever wins the groom selection ceremony... For readers ages 18 and up
(W) Takahiro (A/CA) Strelka
Hisame, after climbing in rank to General and then to Commander, has finally achieved his greatest wish: the hand of his beloved Princess Rinzu. Celebrations abound in Soukai, but in the distance, Tenrou armies begin to move? Hinowa's next battle begins!
Are we ever truly safe from evil? What if you had the means to play God, choosing who lives and dies? Threats exist all around us and the lives of so many have been ruined by others evil deeds. Now one man will seek vengeance for all those who share in his pain. When a group of professional killers is brought together in order to take out a crew of gangsters, what starts as a seemingly good plan spirals into something more threatening and deadly than anyone saw coming!
(W) H.S. Tak (A/CA) Isabella Mazzanti
'A must-read revenge tale.' -CBR 'Engrossing and entertaining. It's just incredibly well done.' -Comics Beat In Feudal-era Japan, a drifter with no prospects begins training in secret under Yasuke, a once-famous and now-disgraced warrior, as she struggles to find her place in a society entrenched in discrimination and violence. Combining the historical sweep and elegance of Kurosawa with the visceral action of Tarantino, this saga follows the trials and tribulations of a young female warrior who travels the country-side unendingly working to gain the rank of Samurai, a title no man, monster, or myth can give to her, but one that she will have to take. Collects HITOMI #1-5
(W) Kujira Tokiwa (A) Hinase Momoyama, Yu-nagi
Having survived the Silent Ladies' Tea Party with the help of Scarlett and Abigail, Connie is now cornered by Kimberly, a member of a civic group who's come to protest her behavior. Much to her surprise, her best friend Kate comes to the rescue, but it soon becomes clear their relationship cannot go on like it used to. What's more, Connie must meet the scheming Cecilia once again, and a new incident occurs at the royal palace...
(W) Kujira Tokiwa (A) Yuunagi
Connie has been possessed by the infamous villainess Scarlett and forced to aide in her revenge. On top of investigating the truth of Scarlett's execution, Connie must deal with a sham engagement and censure by suspicious nobles. Just as she begins to pick up on a possible conspiracy, an unknown evil targets her personally. She barely escapes a mysterious attacker, but now her best friend Kate has been kidnapped...?!
(W) Masamune Kuji (A) Koichi Kozuki
As a child, Hayato promised to marry his first love, Seraphy. Fifteen yeers later, he has become one of the world's greatest spies, all while never falling for the temptations of enemy agents. A mission to expose rival operatives turns chaotic when Hayato reunites with Seraphy, and each realizes the other is a spy. Now the pair must live together, torn between love and duty. The question is?who will break first?
(W) Masamune Kuji (A) Koichi Kozuki
From clumsy-yet-cold Seraphy, to freewheeling and voluptuous Maria, to immature and mischievous Emily, can first-class secret agent Hayato Kiriyama endure the amorous advances of the three alluring rival spies he's rooming with?
(W) Ryan Ferrier (A/CA) Valentin Ramon
Ready for a trip straight to Hell? Hard living catches up to Teddy, and eternal damnation awaits-but it's nothing like the good book tells you. Hell is a therapy session you can never leave?
(W) G. Willow Wilson (A) Chris Wildgoose
In a dying world, only humans and orcs remain-mortal enemies battling for territory and political advantage. But when a group of fearsome ancient humanoids known as the Vangol arrive from across the sea, the two struggling civilizations are forced into a fragile alliance to protect what they have built. As a gesture of his commitment to the cause-and to the relief of his bride-to-be, Faran Stoneback-the most powerful orc overlord, Troth Icemane, sends his beloved cousin Tara, a high-ranking young healer, to fight alongside brash human commander Callum Battlechild and his company of warriors. With a crisis looming, the success of this unlikely pair's partnership and the survival of their peoples will depend on their ability to unlearn a lifetime of antagonistic instincts toward one another?and rise above the sting of heartbreak.
The wait is over! The powerhouse team of Mark Waid (FLASH) and Marc Silvestri (X-MEN: MESSIAH COMPLEX) bring you superhuman espionage and action at its best! Joining them are artists Eric Basaldua (APHRODITE IX) and Kenneth Rocafort (MADAME MIRAGE). This deluxe trade paperback collects the entire first season of HUNTER-KILLER including issue #0, #1-12, and the HUNTER-KILLER DOSSIER. As an added bonus, fans will get an exclusive look into Marc Silvestri's sketchbook to see how the series was developed.
(W/A) Yoshihiro Togashi
Plucky Gon's quest to find his dad leads him into a whole world of crazy adventure. Hunters dedicate their lives to tracking down treasures, magical beasts, and even other people. But such pursuits require a license, and less than one in a hundred thousand can pass the grueling qualification exam. Those who do pass earn the right to call themselves Hunters. Gon and Killua are diligently studying the mysterious ways of Nen with Master Wing at Heavens Arena. When Gon successfully completes the Nen lesson, he also passes the final (and secret) test of the Hunter Exam. After another run-in with the insane magician Hisoka, Gon heads home and receives an unexpected message from his father: Come find me?
(W) Yusuke Nitta (A) Lol
When a fantasy world has fully functioning internet and smartphones (for some reason), it's only natural for its sixteen year-old Hero to declare war on the Demon Lord via text message. But is it natural for that Demon Lord to be an innocent snowflake who hates conflict?!? Take a peek into this unfortunate Hero's chatlog with a...unique group of RPG characters, like an overly pure Demon Lord, her cheerful Generals (who all adore her), and the kidnapped princess who seems to be developing a major crush on her captor!
(W/A/CA) Guy Colwell
In the tradition of Kipling's The Jungle Book comes a gorgeously rendered all ages fable reminiscent of the Golden Age of children's book illustration. Created by underground cartoonist and fine artist Guy Colwell (Inner City Romance), this instant classic is a metaphor for the artist's previous incarceration, and a meditation on masculinity.
(W) Kyo Shirodaira (A/CA) Chasiba Katase
Both touched by spirits called yokai, Kotoko and Kuro have gained unique superhuman powers. But to gain her powers Kotoko has given up an eye and a leg, and Kuro's personal life is in shambles. So when Kotoko suggests they team up to deal with renegades from the spirit world, Kuro doesn't have many other choices, but Kotoko might just have a few ulterior motives?
(W) Kyo Shirodaira (A/CA) Chasiba Katase
Both touched by spirits called yokai, Kotoko and Kuro have gained unique superhuman powers. But to gain her powers Kotoko has given up an eye and a leg, and Kuro's personal life is in shambles. So when Kotoko suggests they team up to deal with renegades from the spirit world, Kuro doesn't have many other choices, but Kotoko might just have a few ulterior motives.
(W) Kyo Shirodaira (A/CA) Chasiba Katase
Both touched by spirits called yokai, Kotoko and Kuro have gained unique superhuman powers. But to gain her powers Kotoko has given up an eye and a leg, and Kuro's personal life is in shambles. So when Kotoko suggests they team up to deal with renegades from the spirit world, Kuro doesn't have many other choices, but Kotoko might just have a few ulterior motives...
(W) Kyo Shirodaira (A/CA) Chasiba Katase
Both touched by spirits called yokai, Kotoko and Kuro have gained unique superhuman powers. But to gain her powers Kotoko has given up an eye and a leg, and Kuro's personal life is in shambles. So when Kotoko suggests they team up to deal with renegades from the spirit world, Kuro doesn't have many other choices, but Kotoko might just have a few ulterior motives...
(W) Mark Waid (A) Jean Diaz & Various (CA) Scott Newman
Legendary comics writer Mark Waid examines the hard road to changing your ways and making a difference in the world in this direct followup to the award-winning Irredeemable. Super villain Max Damage had an epiphany the day The Plutonian destroyed Sky City. When The Plutonian turned his back on humanity, Max Damage decided to step up. Now Max Damage has changed his name to Max Daring and turned from his formerly selfish ways to become... Incorruptible. Collects Incorruptible issues #1-30.
(W) Matt Groom (A/CA) Erica D'Urso, Igor Monti
Apex City is a globally recognised hub of progress and beacon of hope-until it's ripped out of our universe by an ancient cult and its army of demons. The only one who can save it is its newest resident, teen C?ssia Costa, after a magical dragon bracelet rockets into her life. But the bracelet is powered by belief, and a life of hardship has left C?ssia with little of that to spare. When all seems lost, can C?ssia rekindle her belief in a better tomorrow to embrace a secret legacy, save her mother's life, and light the way as INFERNO GIRL RED? From creators ERICA D'URSO (The Mighty Valkyries) and MAT GROOM (SELF/MADE, Ultraman), the saga of the newest Image Comics superhero begins here! INFERNO GIRL RED is a Massive-Verse series. Collects INFERNO GIRL RED: BOOK ONE #1-3
(W) Ukyo Kodachi (A/CA) Tatsuma Ejiri
It all began when high school student Emi Kaido received a mysterious, wish-granting pencil. With her life on the line, Emi uses the pencil to call upon heroes for protection! Gatchaman! Tekkaman! Casshan! Hurricane Polymar! These defenders of justice cross space and time to help Emi weave the greatest tale of all time!
(W) Ukyo Kodachi (A/CA) Tatsuma Ejiri
Gatchaman! Polimar! Casshan! Tekkaman! By the unexplained power of one girl's pencil, four heroes have been brought together to stand for justice! But where light shines, darkness is sure to follow. Prepare to encounter? Shadow Polimar!
(W) Fabrice Sapolsky (A/CA) Fred Pham Chuong
A murder. A mysterious league of protectors operating in the shadows. A legacy to protect. A city to save from filth, corruption and gangs. A girl who has to pose as a man to protect herself and her heritage. A young student lost in a concrete jungle he never chose to... Welcome to the world of Intertwined. It's 1971 and for Juan Jin, life is about to become hell! He didn't ask to be a hero. He didn't ask to go to Chinatown. He only wanted to follow the way of Wing Chun, the Kung Fu style he masters brilliantly... but destiny had other plans for him. Intertwined tells a hero story from an immigrant perspective for the first time. Give in to Kung Fu Noir with this volume collecting issues #1-6 and loaded with tons of bonuses including: additional pages of art, a never printed before story and exclusive art from some of the best artists in the industry!
(W/A) Nagaru Tanigawa
Sometimes, even Haruhi doesn't know what she wants! As the SOS Brigade rings in the New Year with a shrine visit, there's a surprising lack of supernatural or reality-bending phenomena. Despite this, Kyon is as wary as ever. After all, Haruhi has a tendency to turn even the most mundane events into impossible uproars! That danger could not be more apparent than when their club activities lead them into the world of school wonders and whodunit mysteries. Even peaceful moments are remarkably eccentric when Haruhi is around...